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Huntington Bank Stadium - home of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN
NCAA FBS

Huntington Bank StadiumMinneapolis, Minnesota

Minnesota

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Capacity
50,805
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Conference
Big Ten
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Opened
2009
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Surface
FieldTurf

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📖About Huntington Bank Stadium

Huntington Bank Stadium (formerly TCF Bank Stadium) holds 50,805 with expansion capability to 80,000. Opened in 2009, it was the first new Big Ten stadium since 1960 and first LEED-certified football stadium. It returned Gopher football to campus after 27 years at the Metrodome.

🏛️History

Origins

Built for $303.3M after the program played in the Metrodome from 1982-2008. Opened September 12, 2009 with a 20-13 win over Air Force—first on-campus game since 1981. Named TCF Bank Stadium until 2021 when Huntington acquired naming rights.

Major Renovations

2009Stadium opened with LEED Silver certification—first in football
2014Hosted Minnesota Vikings during U.S. Bank Stadium construction (2014-15)
2017Hosted Minnesota United FC during Allianz Field construction (2017-18)

Notable Moments

Nov 9, 2019#17 Minnesota upset #4 Penn State 31-26
Oct 5, 2024Gophers upset #11 USC
Nov 28, 2025Defeated #25 Nebraska

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

Sections 101-120 are closest to the field. The DQ Club and Securian Club offer premium amenities. The largest home locker room in college/pro football features 120 cherry-wood lockers. The 48x108 ft Daktronics scoreboard is the largest in college football-only stadiums.

Parking Tips

University lots require permit or day-of purchase. Park-and-ride from State Fair lots with shuttle. Street parking in Dinkytown and Stadium Village neighborhoods. Metro light rail Green Line stops at Stadium Village station—easy access from downtown Minneapolis.

Game Day

Coach Fleck's "Row the Boat" culture defines the experience. Watch for Paul Bunyan's Axe (Wisconsin) and Floyd of Rosedale (Iowa) trophy games. Ski-U-Mah is the official cheer. Minnesota has 7 national championships (most recent 1960). Stadium Village has great pre/post-game bars and restaurants.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

Stub and Herbs

$$

Classic Dinkytown bar with multiple patios and live music.

📍 0.6 miles227 Washington Ave SE

💡 Get there early to grab a patio seat on fall Saturdays.

Sally's Saloon

$$

Casual college bar with burgers, pitchers, and game TVs.

📍 0.5 miles1409 4th St SE

💡 Perfect quick stop before walking to the stadium.

🍽️Restaurants

Pizza Lucé (Dinkytown)

$$

Local favorite for pizza, wings, and late-night slices.

📍 0.6 miles1101 Washington Ave SE

💡 Order ahead on busy game weekends.

Market at Malcolm Yards

$$

Buzzing food hall with a self-pour tap wall and diverse food vendors.

📍 0.8 miles501 30th Ave SE

💡 Great for groups with different tastes; walkable from the stadium.

Burrito Loco

$

Quick-service burritos and tacos popular with students.

📍 0.7 miles313 14th Ave SE

💡 Grab-and-go option if you are short on time.

🏨Hotels

Graduate Minneapolis

$$$

Campus-adjacent boutique hotel overlooking the Mississippi River.

📍 0.7 miles615 Washington Ave SE

💡 Walkable to the stadium and Dinkytown dining.

🎭Attractions

Weisman Art Museum

$

Frank Gehry-designed museum with rotating art exhibitions.

📍 0.7 miles333 E River Pkwy

💡 Great riverfront photo spot before kickoff.

Mill City Museum

$$

Built into the ruins of what was once the world’s largest flour mill, on the Minneapolis riverfront.

📍 2.5 miles704 S 2nd St

💡 Take the "Flour Tower" elevator ride for a unique history lesson and views of St. Anthony Falls.

🅿️Parking Options

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Maroon Lot

$20-30
Lot📍 0.4 miles

💡 Large surface lot near the stadium with tailgating space.

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Oak Street Ramp

$15-25
Garage📍 0.5 miles

💡 Covered parking close to the light rail stop.

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🔥Rivals

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Battle for Paul Bunyan's Axe

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References

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